The Collector

Name: The Collector
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SKU: 9781789099058
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By Laura Kat Young

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In The Collector by Laura Kat Young, a dystopian world awaits where society’s secrets are gathered by the enigmatic role known as the Collector. The protagonist finds herself confronting moral dilemmas and eerie revelations as she navigates a landscape brimming with fear and hidden truths. This chilling tale explores themes of power, control, and the haunting consequences of one's decisions.
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy a gripping tale set in a world where memory and identity intertwine with the supernatural. Dive into a chilling narrative that explores themes of humanity, fear, and the unseen consequences of a mysterious power. Fans of atmospheric horror with a psychological twist will find themselves captivated.

A frightening dystopian horror novel where grief is forbidden and purged from the mind - a nightmarish mix of 1984 and Never Let Me Go

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Sorrow is inefficient. It’s also inescapable.

Lieutenant Dev Singh dutifully spends his days recording the memories of people who, struck with incurable depression, will soon have their minds erased in order to be more productive members of society. After all, the Bureau knows what's best for you.

At night though, hidden in the dark, Dev remembers and writes in his secret journal the special moments shared with him – the small laugh of a toddler, the stillness of a late afternoon. The first flutter of love. But when the Bureau finds out he's been recounting the memories – and that the depression is in him, too – he’s sent to a sanatorium to heal.

A nightmarish descent from sadness to madness, The Collector is a dystopian horror novel where grief is forbidden and purged from the mind.

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

The Collector by Laura Kat Young has received praise for its sparse prose and echoes of classic dystopian literature. With a character reminiscent of The Giver, the book features chilling scenes and a compelling mix of horror elements like torture and brainwashing. It's noted for its unsettling and thought-provoking narrative that delves into themes of memory, community, and isolation.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781789099058

Publisher: Titan Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 12 September 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Titan Books Ltd

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 320

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Dystopian Fiction Fantasy Fiction General Fiction Horror & Supernatural Laura Kat Young Sci-Fi & Fantasy

About the Author

Laura Kat Young, author of The Butcher, is a writer and teacher living in Chicago with her family. Her works blend genre and seek to explore a deeper understanding of human behavior. The 2019-2021 Writer-in-Residence at the Ernest Hemingway Foundation, her works have appeared in The Blood Pudding, Shoreline of Infinity, The Lindenwood Review and others. More can be found at www.laurakatyoung.com. @writerlylaura

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